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Fort Resolution | Northwest Territories

The page created by Czarina Concepcion | MacEwan University | Tepees of the Dogrib First Nations on the shores of Slave Lake at Fort Resolution, circa 1907; photo by The Coast magazine, May 1907, Volume XI, Number 5, p. 180, Public Domain

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Fort Resolution National Historic Site

Fort Resolution National Historic Site is a historical area known for the occupation of the Hudson’s Bay Company trading post. The site is in Fort Resolution on the southeastern shore of Great Slave Lake in the Northwest Territories.

The Historic Site was established in 1989 by the Hudson’s Bay Company to begin their fur trading post with Indigenous people and other European Traders. The origin behind this historical site was the start of the fur trading industry in the Northwest Territories, where they exchanged fur or other goods for other commodities in that era.

It is the oldest documented European community in the Northwest Territories, built in 1819.

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Little Buffalo River Crossing Territorial Park

The Little Buffalo River Crossing Territorial Park is located in the heart of Little Buffalo River, at least 20 km away from Fort Resolution.

The territorial park is also the perfect spot for doing leisure and outdoor activities during spring and summer. Activities include picnicking, fishing, camping, and boating with family and friends. The territorial park consists of 20 powered campsites that provide basic amenities while enjoying camping and outdoor activities. The park is also known for exploring scenic views of the river and other areas near Fort Resolution.

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East Arm

East Arm is known for its captivating views of the Great Slave Lake near Fort Resolution. The scenic area consists of beautiful tall cliffs with a 180-meter gap that reaches Great Slave Lake.

East Arm also has access to a 50 km trail to Pikes Portage. The current condition of the cliffs was caused by the glaciation in North America. It is an excellent tourist attraction for planning an outdoor expedition, especially during summer. Tourists and residents of the North can enjoy kayaking trips, fishing, hiking, and exploring scenic and wildlife views.

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Treaty 8 site

Treaty 8 was signed on 21 June 1899 by the Crown and First Nations of the Lesser Slave Lake area.

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Church of St. Joseph

The oldest building in town is the historic Roman Catholic Church, built in the early 19th century.

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